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as in tournaments
a competitive encounter between individuals or groups carried on for amusement, exercise, or in pursuit of a prize
a chess match
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as in marriages
a union representing a special kind of social and legal partnership between two people
from all appearances those two have got a good match there
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as in halves
either of a pair matched in one or more qualities
I can't find the match to this sock
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as in equivalents
one that is equal to another in status, achievement, or value
for a wife he wants a woman who will be his match in every aspect of their lives
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as in pictures
something or someone that strongly resembles another
Erin is so nearly my exact match you'd think she must be my twin and not just my cousin
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as in rivalries
an earnest effort for superiority or victory over another
the discussion soon degenerated into a pointless shouting match
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as in complements
to be the exact counterpart of
does this handbag's shade of blue match my navy blue pants? the rare blood type that exactly matched that of the transplant recipient
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as in meets
to produce something equal to (as in quality or value)
no one has ever been able to match that novel for its portrayal of the horrors of war
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Recent Examples of matches
Lance Eliot, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Police found Mangione in possession of a fake New Jersey ID that matches the one used by the suspect to check into a hostel on the Upper West Side of Manhattan 10 days before the shooting.
—Nik Popli, TIME, 10 Dec. 2024
The Galaxy have a staggering +12 playoff goal differential, which matches what the 2001 San Jose Earthquakes posted in the run to their first MLS Cup title, a journey that remains arguably the gold standard for postseason dominance.
—Ian Nicholas Quillen, Forbes, 28 Nov. 2024
In the end, the researchers were able to use the vast web of Android phones to map out the ionosphere with a level of accuracy that matches monitoring stations.
—Mack Degeurin, Popular Science, 13 Nov. 2024
The report does not identify Mahomes, a three-time Super Bowl champion quarterback, by name, but the address in the report matches public records for Mahomes.
—Tim Stelloh, NBC News, 13 Nov. 2024
The test, developed at the University of California, San Francisco, extracts the DNA and RNA from a sample of blood, tissue or body fluid, and then sequences the genetic material and compares the sequences to a vast database of viruses, bacteria, fungi and parasites to see what matches up.
—Elizabeth Robinson, NBC News, 13 Nov. 2024
On the far edge of a small hill, another pear tree, its fruits more elongated, matches the Bufalini fresco.
—Mark Schapiro, Smithsonian Magazine, 21 Oct. 2024
The result is a character with a breathy and understated singing technique who matches Phoenix’s similar singing style in their duets.
—Dan Heching, CNN, 4 Oct. 2024
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Somehow, once the AI parses the input prompt, a video is to be generated that matches what the user has inside their mind.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Police found Mangione in possession of a fake New Jersey ID that matches the one used by the suspect to check into a hostel on the Upper West Side of Manhattan 10 days before the shooting.
—Nik Popli, TIME, 10 Dec. 2024
The Galaxy have a staggering +12 playoff goal differential, which matches what the 2001 San Jose Earthquakes posted in the run to their first MLS Cup title, a journey that remains arguably the gold standard for postseason dominance.
—Ian Nicholas Quillen, Forbes, 28 Nov. 2024
In the end, the researchers were able to use the vast web of Android phones to map out the ionosphere with a level of accuracy that matches monitoring stations.
—Mack Degeurin, Popular Science, 13 Nov. 2024
The report does not identify Mahomes, a three-time Super Bowl champion quarterback, by name, but the address in the report matches public records for Mahomes.
—Tim Stelloh, NBC News, 13 Nov. 2024
The test, developed at the University of California, San Francisco, extracts the DNA and RNA from a sample of blood, tissue or body fluid, and then sequences the genetic material and compares the sequences to a vast database of viruses, bacteria, fungi and parasites to see what matches up.
—Elizabeth Robinson, NBC News, 13 Nov. 2024
On the far edge of a small hill, another pear tree, its fruits more elongated, matches the Bufalini fresco.
—Mark Schapiro, Smithsonian Magazine, 21 Oct. 2024
The result is a character with a breathy and understated singing technique who matches Phoenix’s similar singing style in their duets.
—Dan Heching, CNN, 4 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for matches
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Fan favorite Bob Does Sports has had tremendous success with its Breezy Golf tournaments attracting advertisers and followers alike.Adam Wescott, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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That’s because there was only one bid each for both the 2030 and 2034 tournaments – Spain, Portugal and Morocco have been named joint hosts of the World Cup in six years’ time, whereas Saudi Arabia has been awarded the 2034 edition.Ben Church, CNN, 11 Dec. 2024
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What holds both halves together is Rankin’s dry humor and playful compositions.Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 6 Dec. 2024
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These slice-and-bake cookies are no less pretty than clever cutouts thanks to pecan halves and sanding sugar in holiday colors.Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 3 Dec. 2024
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Social media has flipped the power dynamic, turning memes into tools for steering these rivalries.Stephanie Gravalese, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
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Until now, these were business and personal rivalries between some of the richest and most successful people in the world.Clare Duffy, CNN, 8 Dec. 2024
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Sweetness from a sugar-vinegar-tomato soup mixture complements the naturally sweet, tender carrots, and the addition of jalapeño and Dijon balances it all.Liv Dansky, Southern Living, 10 Dec. 2024
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The modern design complements any home decor and is perfect for tall tapered candles.Mia Meltzer, Rolling Stone, 10 Dec. 2024
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Kudrow revealed that one of the scenes that touched her was when her character Phoebe Buffay marries Paul Rudd’s Mike in a Season 10 episode.Armando Tinoco, Deadline, 10 Dec. 2024
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This woolly batch of SoundCloud demos and loosies marries the winding, kaleidoscopic approach of rap music, before sample laws to the melody-forward tendencies of the cell-phone-as-sampler era.Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 3 Dec. 2024
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By addressing these challenges head-on, entrepreneurs can safeguard their legacies, foster stronger family relationships, and set the stage for sustainable business growth.Matthew F. Erskine, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Provide opportunities for mentors and mentees to learn from each other and build relationships.Julie Kratz, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Having women athletes featured alongside their men counterparts helps normalize their presence in the sports industry and provides young players with diverse role models.Lindsey Darvin, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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Historically, Black business owners have had to contend with higher borrowing costs and limited access to credit compared to their white counterparts.Tiffany Callender, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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The wave pattern of this one compliments the fairytale-like demeanor of the rest of the home and, of course, parallels the rustic nature of this cottage kitchen.Camille Freestone, Architectural Digest, 17 Oct. 2024
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The fall hiring season typically parallels the busy recruitment cycle of January and February, which are peak months for interviews as staff return from vacations, according to Indeed.Jack Kelly, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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“Matches.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/matches. Accessed 21 Dec. 2024.
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